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Reviews

43

repeat clients

76 Reviews

Elyse J.

Jan 5, 2019

Verified Stay

Melissa is fantastic! She is very professional, and very accommodating. We left our dog with her for over a week. I usually don't like to leave him with someone new for such a long period, but he clearly enjoyed himself. Melissa took great care of him! He seemed to get comfortable fairly quickly in her home and with her dog. I'm very happy to have found someone who is so reliable to watch our dog!

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Michelle C.

Dec 25, 2018

Verified Stay

Our 2 cockapoos love to visit Melissa. She does a great job of keeping you updated and also helps the dogs relax. Thanks for loving our dogs!

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Alexander D.

Dec 8, 2018

Verified Stay

Our dog Bonnie had a wonderful time with Melissa. Bonnie seemed to get along great with Lady. Melissa sent us a couple of photo updates every day. It was a relief to know that Bonnie was having such a great time while we were away.

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About Melissa

40

years of experience

Sleep with a Lady in Arlington!

Our adorable rescue dog, Lady, loves to share her bed (well, actually, her humans’ beds, but that’s beside the point!). We began hosting on Rover because Lady loves having dogs stay with us and we love getting to know different pups! I have two teenaged children (18 and 16) that are very sensitive dog lovers and very involved with the dogs in our care. All of us understand how stressful leaving your pet can ...

Our adorable rescue dog, Lady, loves to share her bed (well, actually, her humans’ beds, but that’s beside the point!). We began hosting on Rover because Lady loves having dogs stay with us and we love getting to know different pups! I have two teenaged children (18 and 16) that are very sensitive dog lovers and very involved with the dogs in our care. All of us understand how stressful leaving your pet can be. We take the care and love of your pup very seriously and will do all we can to make you and your pet happy and comfortable, We are a friendly, fun, and very caring home and will give your dog lots of attention, love, and play while you're gone, while still keeping as close as possible to the routine and rules you've instilled. We have experience with many different breeds and lots of different doggie personalities, and we have extra special love for senior dogs and those that are anxious or have medical issues. Since there are three of us, our dogs are rarely left alone for any length of time. We are very committed to our guests. Please note that my calendar may not always reflect an available spot, so don’t hesitate to ask if you don’t see what you need! Send us an email so you can hopefully come stay with us! We’d love to hear from you!

***Please note, there is a two night minimum for all stays. All guests must be house trained and able to sleep through the night. Unfortunately, excessive barkers, whether during the day or at night, are not the best fit for us. Drop off/pick up times (approximate) must be arranged prior to stay. Thank you for understanding.

What Melissa would like to know about your dog

After you book, I will send you a questionnaire so that we can make sure we know your dog's preferences, routine, likes and dislikes, and any other important information so your dog can be as comfortable as possible when he's staying with me. Your dog will get plenty of attention and love, but I also want your dog to have the least disruption possible to his routine while you're away.

Additional Skills

Oral Medication Administration

Can provide daily exercise

Senior Dog Experience

About Melissa's Home

Lives in a House

Non-Smoking Household

No Children Present

Has a Fenced Yard

Has 1 Dog, No Other Pets

Melissa's Pets

When Melissa watches your pet

I am located on a dead end street within walking distance of many parks and a great bike path for plenty of exploration. If your dog has a special toy, please bring it as I find this eases the transition. And we love to play!Please note: Overnight rates generally are for 24 hour time periods. Charges for additional hours on the day of pickup or drop off are negotiable; I am happy to work with you!

In Melissa's Home

Dogs Allowed On Bed

Potty Breaks Every 2-4 Hours

Dogs Allowed On Furniture

Melissa's Neighborhood

At Rover, we're dedicated to giving your pet the best possible care. To help keep your pet happy and healthy, all stays and services booked on Rover receive our Rover guarantee. You can enjoy peace of mind knowing that if your dog becomes ill and needs to see a veterinarian, that care will be covered.

24/7 Customer Support

You can travel worry-free knowing that in the event of an emergency, Rover's customer support team will be available to assist you and your sitter, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

Reservation Protection

In the unlikely event your sitter can't care for your pet, Rover will make it right. We'll do everything we can to find a replacement, so you can focus on your trip!